Spain

Barcelona is one of Europe's best known cities. But that does not diminish its majesty, says Jenny Coad - as she absorbs the early artworks of Picasso, explores the Sagrada Cathedral - and finds time for another late night....read

It is a city that famously knows how to party - but still manages to feel chic, even at six in the morning. Jenny Coad hits the tiles for a sleepless weekend in Madrid - and even finds time for a spot of high artistic culture....read

When David Hurst decided to visit Spain with his family he was determined to avoid a flight and make it a road trip instead. His wife Debs was aghast - until she saw their six-berth Swift Escape 686, which boasted everything, including the kitchen sink.

Few regions have the rare distinction of straddling to countries. But the Basque Country is a rare sort of place, part Spanish, part French, but very much its own man. Mark Porter takes a tour with a glorious gourmet edge.

The Spanish capital is known for its party atmosphere. But Victoria Bischoff had not realised quite how much the people of Madrid like a night of tapas and cervesa. Note to female tourists - flat shoes definitely required....read

When the newsreader was younger, Majorca was the ideal affordable getaway to the sun. Now that she's more aware of the dangers of UV rays, she assumed Majorca would no longer appeal. But she was wrong.

Jack Doyle and his wife head to the Abama resort for their first holiday since their son Arthur was born. They discover a palace of luxury that prides itself on offering child-friendly activities and plenty to keep parents entertained - including an immaculate golf course, Michelin-starred restaurants and a top-class spa.